David Meerman Scott's Blog, page 27

Three Strategies to Build Fans Using Video

Video is a fabulous way to build fans of your business. That’s especially true given the current pandemic when we can’t meet people in person. I’d like to share three video strategies that you can implement right now to reach your existing and potential customers and turn them into fans.

The Neuroscience of Fandom, Both in Person and Online

Fandom isn't just for celebrities anymore. It can be rocket fuel for any business or nonprofit that chooses to focus on inspiring and nurturing true fans.

This post, on how to build a fans for your business using the power of in-person and virtual proximity, is based in part on the ideas in my book Fanocracy: Turning Fans into Customers and Customers into Fans.

How Entrepreneurs Can Grow Fans in Uncertain Times

We humans are hardwired to want to be part of a tribe. We’re social animals who feel safe and comfortable when we are together with like-minded people. However, our normal world has been radically altered because of the need to social distance during the pandemic.

Let's Talk About Inventing Your Future

Unusual times bring unique opportunities. For the first time, I’m offering the ability for you to connect live with me to discuss your marketing strategies, what I'm calling Project Live Fanocracy. Instead of worrying about the future, let’s look at how to position for success.

Virtual Conferences and Events in our New Covid-19 Reality!

What a difference a few weeks makes! In the first two months of 2020, I interacted with thousands of people at ten different in-person events on three continents. Now and for the foreseeable future, there will be no live events. However, I am super excited that many organizations have stepped up to create high quality virtual events at a time that many of us are hungry to learn new things. I wanted to share a few virtual events I will be participating in.

My Thoughts on COVID-19 and Your Business

While sheltering in place at my home near Boston, I wanted to share a few thoughts about the COVID-19 situation. Bottom line: We’re all in this together. Let’s be safe and let’s support each other!

Building Customer Communities: The Value of Fandom-Based Marketing

Let me know if this sounds familiar. You spend months planning your business strategy — finding your target market, projecting earnings, conducting research, etc. — but the ROI just doesn’t seem to materialize. And now leadership is looking at you for answers while the prospects of securing next quarter’s budget evaporate in front of you.

Grain Surfboards: Building Fans by Inviting Customers into Their Inner Sanctum

Businesses that can gain the trust of their customers are poised to have incredible success.. Through my five years of research on fandom, I believe that putting the needs of customers above all else will help businesses build the trust necessary to win over consumers. 

Influencer Marketing VS. Brand Advocacy: Comparing Fandom Strategies

Stop me if you’ve heard this before: You browse online for a new product, visit a website, check out what's available, and then exit out of the webpage. Then for the next week, all you can see on your social media feeds are ads of the product you searched earlier. I get that targeted ads are a thing, and that cookies are meant to make your internet experience “better”, but boy the retargeting can be creepy!

The Power of Fanocracy Free Video Training Course with HubSpot Academy

Reiko and I worked with the HubSpot Academy team to create a training course based on our new Wall Street Journal bestselling book Fanocracy: Turning Fans into Customers and Customers into Fans. The course is available now and is free, however it does require registration.